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Willowick Golf Course

3017 W 5th St, Santa Ana, California 92703, Orange County
(714) 790-0115
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3.6
1204 Reviews
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A view of a well protected green at Willowick Golf Course. Willowick GC
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A sunny day view of a green at Willowick Golf Course. Willowick GC
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A view of hole #8 at Willowick Golf Course. Willowick GC
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A view of tee #1 at Willowick Golf Course. Willowick GC
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About

Opened in 1929, Willowick Golf Course in Santa Ana is Orange County's oldest public golf course. It is a challenging layout that has garnered a quite a following over the years. The course features wide fairways and large greens that offer ample room. There aren’t any water hazards a few strategically placed sand traps come into play and there are also mature trees lining the fairways. Golfers will get to practice a variety of different shots on this course. It is player-friendly enough for high-handicappers but there are still some challenges for low handicappers. The excellent condition of the greens and fairways are inviting no matter what your skill level. In addition to the golf course, Willowick also offers a grass driving range and three practice putting greens.

Holes 18
Par 71
Length 6061 yds
Rating 67.7
Slope 110
Type Public
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
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Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
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Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Casual

Food & Beverage

Bar
Snacks
Restaurant
Year Built 1929
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) William P. Bell (1929)
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3.6
3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 48 reviews
77.1%
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48
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  • Conditions
    3.5
  • Value
    4.3
  • Layout
    3.8
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    3.9
  • Amenities
    3.5
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Course Highlights
The consistently friendly and helpful staff stand out as a genuine highlight at Willowick Golf Course. Exceptional value for money and a forgiving open layout make it a rewarding choice for golfers of all skill levels.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Brunch 7
19th Hole Specials 6
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 19
Undulating Greens 8
Best For:
Walkers 20
Locals 19
Beginners 17
Location is:
Convenient to the City 20

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u4353063
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Cant believe they charged us $50 to play on this course

I drove down to LA with my wife for the weekend and played a round with family, I didn't know what to expect really. But I didn't expect what I saw. It seems the course is under new management but DO NOT play this course until conditions get better, it's severely overpriced. Maintenance is non-existent here, fairways are trash, greens are trash. Play somewhere else, seriously.

First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 2.0
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ianohalloran
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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swalker1998
Reviews 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

Bumpy

Bumpy all over including fairways. A jarring ride in the cart as a result. Most greens had two types of grass growing on them.

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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 2.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 2.0
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u731927481
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice wide open course

Fairways in pretty good shape considering the lack of rain , pace was good for a weekend, will be back

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
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u000001068569
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
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cindymoon123
Reviews 12
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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eeeddy47
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great for the price.

Greens were in terrific shape along with pace of play.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u000003088502
T O P 1000
Reviews 242
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u718267810
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
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ianohalloran
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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ianohalloran
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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mgamet
Reviews 39
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Just what I expexted

Great value & pace of play. Full course so used all my clubs. Good practice.

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Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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u000001295218
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
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penmann
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
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Anthony1231648
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 2.0
Pace 5.0
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dancohen60
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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u000002670451
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
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T O P 1000
Reviews 242
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Skill Intermediate
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Recommended
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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u000003002651
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice Round, But…

This was the second time playing Willowick. Enjoyed the round, but the course is not without issues. Some portions of fairways need grading and or replacement of sod. Finding some tees (especially 10) challenging - way finding signage is needed.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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ransum
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
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